#PublicArt

[grusik]

?WASTED? by wiredforlego

#graffiti #streetart #urbanart #aerosolart #publicart #brunswick #melbourne #mel #victoria #australia #au flickr

[mtaartsdesign]

Hear the stories behind A&D permanent works, from artist selection through the translation of an artwork into a large-scale, site-specific installation from the authors of the new book “Contemporary Art Underground.” Authors Sandra Bloodworth, who has been the Director of MTA Arts & Design for nearly 30 years, and Deputy Director Cheryl Hageman, will discuss all that and more in the New York Transit Museum’s Book Talk, taking place online, Wed April 24, 2-3pm.

This is a free virtual program, all are welcome! Use links in bio to register and to order your copy of “Contemporary Art Underground.”

#mtaarts #publicart #permanent art

[arthistoriansdiary]

The NewOnes, will free Us

Wangechi Mutu, The NewOnes, will free Us (2019). Bronze. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Wangechi Mutu's sculptures, The NewOnes, will free Us, represent a pivotal moment for both contemporary art and the storied façade of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. These sculptures are the first to adorn the Met’s exterior niches, a space initially intended but never before used for sculpture. In this post, we explore the rich layers of meaning and cultural significance behind Mutu’s work.

Unveiling Modern Caryatids: Mutu's Vision on the Met's Façade

In 2019, Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu was invited to create four sculptures for the Met's façade. Her work, titled The NewOnes, will free Us, consists of four bronze figures that serve as modern caryatids—an ancient architectural form where sculpted female figures replace columns or pillars. These sculptures not only support the physical structure but also carry deep symbolic weight, challenging historical narratives and celebrating transformation and empowerment.

Adornment as Empowerment: The Symbolism of Mutu's Sculptures

The figures are meticulously crafted from bronze, their surfaces textured with patterns that suggest fine jewelry and elaborate headdresses, conveying regality and resilience. Mutu’s caryatids are adorned in such a way that they command respect, reflecting the strength and complexity of women, particularly those from African cultures. This use of traditional adornment techniques highlights the dignity and elevated status of these figures.

Challenging Historical Narratives: Mutu at The Met

Mutu’s sculptures delve into themes of gender, race, and history, with a particular focus on the role of women as both cultural bearers and modern individuals carving new paths. By placing these figures on the façade of one of the world’s leading art institutions, Mutu challenges the traditional Western narrative and integrates African women into a historical dialogue from which they have been largely absent.

The Impact of The NewOnes: A New Precedent for Art in Public Spaces

The installation was widely praised for its aesthetic beauty and its powerful commentary on social issues. As the inaugural artwork for the Met’s façade commission series, Mutu's The NewOnes, will free Us sets a transformative precedent for how art can influence public spaces and cultural institutions toward more inclusive narratives.

Reflecting on Power and Presence: The Lasting Influence of Mutu's Work

Wangechi Mutu’s work is a bold reimagining of the caryatid figure, transforming it into a symbol of empowerment and change. Her sculptures encourage viewers to reconsider the roles traditionally assigned to women in both art and society and to appreciate the dynamic contributions of African cultures to the global historical narrative.

Your Thoughts?

How do you perceive the intersection of art and social change, especially in public and historically significant spaces like The Met?

#WangechiMutu #TheMet #ContemporaryArt #FeministArt #PublicArt #CulturalDialogue #ArtAndSociety #AfricanArtists #SculptureArt #artblogger #arthistory

[herbalnature]

Caught a peaceful moment at the Olympic Sculpture Park with someone taking in the sight of the majestic rusty sculptures. The autumn colors really pop, don't they? 🍂✨

#OlympicSculpturePark #PublicArt #RustySculptures #AutumnColors #FallVibes #PeacefulMoments #ArtLovers #NaturePhotography #OutdoorArt #SculpturePark #SeattleArt #MajesticViews #UrbanOasis #SeasonalBeauty #TranquilScenes

[artbydianatoma]

New mural work in progress for Lumen, Chamblee. The finalized Art coming soon!

#muralart #publicart

[walkingdetroit]

Saturday in Midtown

Happy Saturday!

I left my apartment around noon to return a library book and run a few errands. I was so glad it didn’t end up raining so I could enjoy a lovely afternoon in Midtown!

#midtown #midtowndetroit #culturalcenter #streetart #publicart #knowledgeispower #carfree #sustainability #sustainableliving #walkingdetroit

[vegtag]

losing your other half, living on as a konkrét sculpture

#bench #abstract #artconcrete #publicart

[tabithaleeturchio]

Hello, carved friend! Who are you? How did you get here? Who made you? I need to know..📸

February 2024

Lemon Creek

Staten Island, New York

#landscape #publicart #art #photographyart #photography #the beach #beach #statenislandphotographer #staten island #newyorkparks #newyorkcity #tabithaleeturchio #nyc #nycphotographer #newyork

[cryptonita-grunge]

GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE, Hamilton New Jersey // William Hendra Photography Immerse yourself in the captivating world of GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE, located in the picturesque Hamilton, New Jersey. William Hendra Photography beautifully captures the essence of this artistic haven where nature and sculpture intertwine.

#sculptureart #groundsforsculpture #publicart

[streetsofdublin]

(via A COWPARADE COW SCULPTURE THAT I LIKE)

There are a few variations of shape, but the three most common shapes of cow were created by Pascal Knapp, a Swiss-born sculptor who was commissioned to create the cows specifically for the CowParade series of events.

#TrimCountyMearh #Sculpture #PublicArt #CowParade

[grusik]

TERAIN instagram.com/retayner/ by wiredforlego

#graffiti #streetart #urbanart #aerosolart #publicart #brunswick #victoria #melbourne #mel #australia #au #terain flickr

[mtaartsdesign]

April showers bring May flowers! Embrace the Spring season with our new exhibition on Bloomberg Connects, “Floral Muses.” Flowers, the timeless muse for artists of all media, are the subject of many artworks throughout the transit system. “Floral Muses” features a selection of artworks from our permanent collection which enliven the daily commute with flora year-round.

Images

1: Takayo Noda, “The Habitat for the Yellow Bird” (2007) at Sutter Av (L) station. 📸: Edward Lee

2: Antenna Design (Masamichi Udagawa + Sigi Moeslinger), “Bloemendaal” (2010) at 96 St (1,2,3) station. 📸: Jan Staller

3: Nancy Blum, “Floating Auriculas” (2007) at MNR Dobbs Ferry Station. 📸: MTA A&D

4: Portia Munson, “Gardens of Fort Hamilton Parkway Station” (2012) at Fort Hamilton Pkwy (D) station. 📸: Susan Alzner

5: @roberto_juarez_studio, “A Field of Wild Flowers” (1997) at Grand Central Terminal. 📸: MTA A&D/Rob Wilson

#mtaarts #publicart #permanent art #BloombergConnects

[bringbackthebaylights]

The Bay Lights have gone dark. But fear not!

You can help bring back #TheBayLights - better than ever! Contribute to #TheBayLights360 at: http://TheBayLights360.org #SanFrancisco 

#publicart #public art #san francisco #the bay bridge #the bay #the bay lights #bring back the bay lights #sanfrancisco

[almostasenior]

Cartoon Mural

Colorful art on the mural walk in St. Petersburg Florida

St. Petersburg Florida Created by the Vitale Brothers for the Mural Walk Event. Not Sponge Bob, but the duck has square pants 🙂 Alice Monday Mural

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#cartoonmural #Monday mural #publicart #stpetersburgmural

[starehard]

Head to Leicester Square to admire Garden of Light by TILT. Escape to Leicester Square and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing Garden of Light by TILT.

#TILTartwork #Publicart #GardenofLight #Londonart

[walkingdetroit]

A Beautiful Day at Hart Plaza

#hartplaza #transcending #publicart #detroitart #arttour #artwalk #joelouis #martinlutherkingjr #abrahamlincoln #downtowndetroit #detroit #statues #sculptures